We Continue Making The Mistake Of Calling These People Bandits When They Are Terrorists- Amaechi

In a recent interview shared by the official YouTube channel of News Central TV on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Publisher of The Niche Newspaper, Ikechukwu Amaechi, raised concerns over the language used in describing violent groups, stating that “We continue making the mistake of calling these people bandits when they are terrorists.”

Amaechi made this remark while reacting to ongoing attacks and abductions across parts of the country, arguing that the terminology used by authorities and the public shapes both perception and response. He noted that referring to such actors as bandits tends to downplay the severity and organized nature of their actions.

According to him, the consistent pattern of coordinated attacks, mass killings, and kidnappings aligns more with acts of terrorism than mere criminality. He stressed that accurately identifying the threat is essential for developing appropriate strategies to combat it effectively.

Amaechi further explained that mislabeling these groups could lead to inadequate policy responses and weaken the urgency required to address the crisis. He emphasized that a clear and honest assessment of the situation is necessary to mobilize national and international support.

He concluded by urging government officials and stakeholders to adopt precise language that reflects the reality on the ground, as a critical step toward confronting insecurity with the seriousness it demands…See More